Global EV Comparison: Nissan Leaf 52 kWh vs Ford Puma Gen-E FWD
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General Info
The Ford Puma Gen-E FWD (2024-…) is currently produced, it has a starting price of €36900. Although the Nissan Leaf 52 kWh (2025-…) has been announced, it is not yet in production and will not be available for sale in Europe.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | Nissan Leaf 52 kWh | Ford Puma Gen-E FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2025-… | 2024-… |
| Current Status | Announced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | Japan, UK, USA | Romania |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU, USA | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | - Price Europe (New) | €36900 |
| GCC Score | 5.6 | 6 |
Range and Efficiency
The Nissan Leaf 52 kWh (2025-…) boasts a greater real-world range, a larger battery, and superior energy efficiency compared to the Ford Puma Gen-E FWD (2024-…).
| Property | Nissan Leaf 52 kWh | Ford Puma Gen-E FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 402 km | - Range (EPA) |
| Range (WLTP) | - Range (WLTP) | 376 km |
| Range (GCC) | 382 km | 324 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 52 kWh | 46 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 49.4 kWh | 43 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 12.9 kWh/100 km | 13.3 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 7.73 km/kWh | 7.53 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 8.1 | 7.3 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Nissan Leaf 52 kWh (2025-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 150 kW, while the Ford Puma Gen-E FWD (2024-…) maxes out at 100 kW.
The Ford Puma Gen-E FWD (2024-…) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW, whereas the Nissan Leaf 52 kWh (2025-…) is limited to 7.2 kW.
| Property | Nissan Leaf 52 kWh | Ford Puma Gen-E FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 7.2 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 150 kW | 100 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 4.6 | 5.3 |
Performance
Both vehicles are front-wheel drive.
The Nissan Leaf 52 kWh (2025-…) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | Nissan Leaf 52 kWh | Ford Puma Gen-E FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | FWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 130 kW | 124 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 174 hp | 166 hp |
| Motor Torque | 345 Nm | 290 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 7.5 s | 8 s |
| Top Speed | 144 km/h | 160 km/h |
| Performance Score | 3.4 | 3.3 |
Dimensions
The Nissan Leaf 52 kWh (2025-…) is longer, but has a similar width and height to the Ford Puma Gen-E FWD (2024-…).
The Nissan Leaf 52 kWh (2025-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Nissan Leaf 52 kWh | Ford Puma Gen-E FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4405 mm | 4214 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2099 mm | 1930 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1810 mm | 1805 mm |
| Height | 1557 mm | 1555 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2690 mm | 2588 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Nissan Leaf 52 kWh (2025-…) provides more cargo capacity, featuring both a larger trunk and more space with the rear seats folded.
A frunk (front trunk) is available in the Ford Puma Gen-E FWD (2024-…), but the Nissan Leaf 52 kWh (2025-…) doesn’t have one.
The Ford Puma Gen-E FWD (2024-…) has a towing capacity of up to 750 kg, whereas the Nissan Leaf 52 kWh (2025-…) is not officially rated for towing in the EU.
| Property | Nissan Leaf 52 kWh | Ford Puma Gen-E FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 1794 kg | 1563 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 565 l | 523 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1573 l | 1283 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 43 l |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | 750 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 5.7 | 5.9 |
